The century-old College of Agriculture, Pune, is one of the 1st 5 agriculture colleges founded in India. The college has a history, as old and as rich as the city, Pune: the land of Peshwas, itself. 

The college offered UG/PG courses in (Horticulture/Forestry/Agricultural Engineering/Food Technology/ Community Science /Agricultural Biotechnology/Animal Husbandry), 

PhD in metrology, and MBA in agriculture.

Admissions were taken through CET and merit list. 

College of Agriculture and Allied Sciences, Pune Highlights 2024

Established | Type  1908 | Government
approved by ICAR
Affiliated to  Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
Major courses UG/PG/PhD/MBA
Admission Criteria CET/Merit list
Application mode Online
Student intake capacity UG-190, PG-60, PhD-2, MBA-30
Official website https://www.acpune.in/ 

CAAS Pune Courses Offered

The college offers Agriculture and allied courses mainly. 

Courses  Details 
B. Sc.  Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: Must have passed (10+2) education system(12th std science) with 50% marks for general category and 40%marks for backwards category 
Specialization: Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Community Science 
B. Tech Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: Must have passed (10+2) education system(12th std science) with 50% marks for general category and 40%marks for backwards category 
Specialization: Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, Bio-technology
M. Sc.  Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Should have scored minimum 5.5 CGPA for General category and 5.0 for backward category, in respective/equivalent 4 years degree examination.
Specialization: Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries, Agricultural Biotechnology, Home Science, Post Harvest Management 
M. Tech.  Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Should have scored minimum 5.5 CGPA for General category and 5.0 for backward category, in respective/equivalent 4 years degree examination.
Specialization: Food technology, Agricultural engineering 
MBA Duration: 2 years 
Eligibility: 4 years degree in agricultural universities
Specialization: Agri-Business Management 
Ph.D.  Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: Must have passed M. Sc. in Agricultural Meteorology from a recognized university 
Specialization: Metrology

Read More: College of Agriculture Courses & Fee 

CAAS Pune Admissions 

The Admission process is solely based on the merit list prepared by the college. The merit list for UG is calculated by 70%of total marks in the respective group(PCM/PCB), and 30% total marks of CET/12th science and other weightage. The merit list for PG is decided through 70%of marks in CET by MAUEB and 30% of CGPA in 4 years graduation examination and weightage if any(sports/NCC etc). 

Candidates hail from outside of Maharashtra, are not eligible for MHT-CET exam. Hence marks of NEET/JEE/AIEEA-UG will be considered.

How to Apply? 

  • Admission processes are done through KTPL(Kalp Technology Pvt. Ltd.) website.
  • Candidates can send only one application form online. 
  • Fill the application form with personal, academic and communicational details. 
  • Submit the form with an application fee. 
  • Take the hard copy of the form. 

Read More: College of Agriculture Reviews 

CAAS Pune Placements

  • Jobs in allied fields like Fertilizer, seed, pesticides, and irrigation etc. 
  • Agricultural Officers in govt sectors. 
  • Banks like NABARD, Bank of Maharashtra, and ICICI Banks provide placements.
  • Good internships for recent pass outs
  • Jobs in start-up companies for freshers. 

Read More: College of Agriculture Placements 

CAAS Pune Scholarship

NTS(National Talent Search):

 For UG: 

  • Eligibility -Admission through ICAR|HSC passing |75% attendance | adhar card 
  •  Time period: 4 years 
  • Amount: 3000 INR

For PG:

  • Eligibility- ICAR admission|Hsc mark|degree mark|adhar card|I-card|
  • Time period: 2 years 
  • Amount: 5000 INR 
  • Free studentship for students belonging to Economically Backward Classes. 
  • Scholarships for reserved category students.
  • Post matric Scholarships to SC and ST students, govt of India(ICAR).
  • Merit-cum-Means Scholarship, Govt. of Maharashtra,etc.

Read More: College of Agriculture Scholarships

CAAS Pune Facilities 

  • Library: The library has 1500sq m. of floor space. 4 reading halls and 2 stack halls, 1 computer lab, 1 class room, and periodical sections. Bookbanks/ journals/ academic/ non-academic books/ e-book available. 
    Open time: 10am-5.15pm
    Reading room facility for 22 hours. 
  • Hostel: Separate hostel for boys and girls. Facilities of Newspaper/Television/Internet(only PG, for girls) are available. Purified drinking water /hot water availability 
    Boys hostel intake capacity-590
    Girls hostel intake capacity-432
    Co-operative mess system
    CCTV security
  • Sports complex :
    Badminton and table-tennis hall
    Cultural hall with instruments
    Dispensary: Established in 1915. 
  • SWO(Student Welfare Organization):
    Meetings/workshops for personality and skill development 
    Learning through doing/ Earning while Learning schemes 

MOUS with other Colleges/Universities/institutes

  • Anti-ragging cell for girls 
  • Gymnasiums are available for both boys and girls separately .
  • Canteen 

Read More: College of Agriculture Gallery 

CAAS Pune FAQs 

Ques. How old is the College of Agriculture Pune? 

Ans. It has a long history from the British period of the late 19th century. Jyotiba Phule, the pioneer of Agriculture colleges in Maharashtra, laid its foundation in 1879. However, a separate college of Agriculture was established in Pune in the year 1908.

Ques. Can a candidate from outside of Maharashtra apply for B Sc programmes? 

Ans. Yes. One can apply for a B Sc programme from outside the state. However, you should have appeared in national entrance examinations like NEET/JEE/AIEEA-UG, since MHT-CET will not be applicable for you. 

Ques. What is the future after BSc agriculture in the College of Agriculture Pune? 

Ans. More possibilities to be hired by Banking sectors like NABARD/ICICI Banks or start-up organisations. Pursuing Higher study, becoming Agricultural officer, and competitive preps etc. 

Ques. What is KTPL? 

Ans. KTPL- Kalp Technology Pvt. Ltd. is an easier way by the government of Maharashtra for a smooth admission process. Website link- maha-agriadmission.in

Ques. How is the campus life in the College of Agriculture Pune? 

Ans. Very ideal and strict with rules and Disciplinary/Behavioural terms. Anti-ragging bodies are formed to ensure a clean learning atmosphere.